Gi or NoGi, the classic debate between the two different grappling options in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. If you’re a BJJ practitioner then you know how heated of a debate this can become. I personally don’t have a preference between the two, however I do see the ‘pros and cons’ that both have to offer. Training Gi or NoGi is always going …

Buying your first pair of Muay Thai shorts can be an exciting moment. Not only are Muay Thai shorts a traditional part of the sport, they’re actually also useful because they give you the ability to move freely and kick higher without any type of restraint. I know many different styles can look and even feel goofy at first, however …

These days you can find good Brazilian Jiu Jitsu almost anywhere. From the days when you had to travel across the world to find a good gym, the growth of this sport has been absolutely remarkable. There are many great Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gyms across the world, however which ones are the elite? Which Jiu Jitsu gyms separate themselves from …

I know how much of a struggle it can be to find quality Muay Thai gear online. I have personally been persuaded into buying a product from deceiving online reviews once or twice. Whenever you’re investing money into a product, you want to know that it’s the best available in your budget. I’m not going to pretend like I’m some …

If you’re in the market for a new pair of boxing gloves for cardio kickboxing class, you’ve come to the right place. Chances are that you’ve just joined a cardio kickboxing gym, or you’re thinking about it, either way we think it’s a great decision. Cardio kickboxing is one of the best workouts you can do. Not only will it …

When I first started Muay Thai many years ago, I was always looking for ways to have harder and faster kicks and punches. I would cluelessly hit the heavy bag for hours and wouldn’t see that much improvement. Although my Muay Thai instructor was a very experience fighter who had many professional fights in Thailand, I still couldn’t figure the …

I love the fresh smell of a new pair of boxing gloves. It doesn’t matter if you’re sparring in Boxing or Muay Thai, you’re going to need a good set of gloves that protect both you and your partner. It’s always beneficial to be a good sparring partner because what goes around comes around. I always treat my training and …

I want to start this out by saying that achieving a black belt in any Martial Art should be highly respectable no matter the length of time it took to achieve. All Martial Artists who have achieved a black belt in their lifetime is an extraordinary honor that should be respected, no matter the art. It could be a young …

If you’ve ever rolled with a flexible person, then chances are you understand the benefits of being flexible in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Flexibility is a great thing to have overall, it helps you kick higher in Muay Thai and also prevents a majority of muscle injuries that will happen from your body being tight. I highly recommend anyone who is …

I know how tough it can be to find quality youth combat sports gear, especially when it comes to quality at a reasonable price. When it comes to online shopping, the main goal is to get the overall best deal on a quality product that will stand the test of time. I always found it difficult when it came to …

Hi my name is Anthony, or better known around these parts as The MMA Guru. I started training Muay Thai in 2013 and fell in love with many other forms of Martial Arts ever since, so much so that I decided to create this website to share my love of the martial arts. This site is a go-to resource for MMA, Boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu enthusiasts.